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SLR Camera
Before going into too much details of this SLR camera guide, I would like to What is a digital SLR Camera? First, SLR is an acronym, it stands for Single Lens Reflex. Let's see some of the benefits of an SLR digital camera over a compact digital camera:
Don’t get me wrong here, compact digital cameras are producing fantastic pictures, but SLR cameras are one (or two!) steps above. This is why professional photographers are using SLR camera and they are also more expensive. But in the last two-three years they have become much more affordable especially when Canon became the first camera manufacturer to offer an SLR digital camera under $1,000 by launching the Canon EOS Rebel (300D) . Let’s get more in details SLR Camera Guide - Speed They are fast. Here a situation anyone with a digital camera has probably experienced: You are waiting for the right moment to capture that magic picture of your children playing and when the moment arrives, your compact digital camera won't focus or worst the little delay between the time you pressed the button and when the camera takes the picture makes you miss this magic moment. There is never a delay when you are taking a picture with an SLR digital camera which is such a great benefit especially if you are taking any action shots. SLR Camera Guide - Lenses for each situation An SLR camera can accept multiple detachable lenses. If you need to take landscape photos, simply attach a wide-angle lens. You want to take pictures of the kids playing soccer or just running in the park but don't want the to see you, attach a telephoto lens. These detachable lenses have high quality optics which make better quality photos. SLR Camera Guide - Viewfinder With an SLR, the image you see through the viewfinder is the same image recorded. Because of the different vantage point provided by a non-SLR viewfinder, the image the photographer sees can be different than the image that is recorded as the final photo. SLR Camera Guide - Flexibility Access to a much broader range of accessories, including powerful external flashes, alternate power sources, wireless transmitters, and remote triggering devices. Main differences between SLR digital camera and Compact digital camera Price - The cheapest SLR cameras starts at $500 plus $400-500 for a nice zoom and another $100 for a kit lens. You need to budget between $800 and $1,000 for a decent starter SLR digital camera kit. You can buy a great compact digital cameras for less than $300. Manual Zoom - No automatic zoom when using an SLR, only a manual zoom. No Movie Mode - I really like the video movie modes on my compact digital camera but it is not available with an SLR. No preview on LCD screen - You can't preview your photo on a LCD with an SLR, you have to use the viewfinder. You can only review the photo you already taken. Size and Weight - Much more bulkier than compact ones. You need to allow an extra bag for you SLR camera and lenses if you are traveling. SLR Camera Guide - Conclusion If you are now hooked to digital photography and are ready to upgrade your current digital camera, you should consider buying an SLR camera if you are after more flexibility, better controls and better quality pictures. Yes they are more expensive, but if you decide to spend the money, you will be happy with the results. Copyright © 2004-2008 All Rights Reserved |